as in flight
an act of traveling a short way to do or get something
He was sent out on an urgent errand.
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Recent Examples of errand
Tufts of acacia pollen drift down the slope of the rue d’Alésia, and the neighborhood is out for morning errands.
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Nathan Heller, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025
Our editors wore them everywhere—working, lounging, running errands, and even traveling—and the best picks felt soft against skin, struck the right balance of structure and stretch, and held up to frequent washing.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 10 Oct. 2025
Whether chasing your toddler at the park or running errands around town, the baggy fit gives you plenty of room to sit, bend, and walk without feeling restricted.
—Laura Lu, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025
Some of my favorite finds include a KitchenAid stand mixer attachment that can replace your old box shredder for good, a handheld Shark vacuum for picking up small messes, and a Vera Bradley belt bag perfect for sports events or running errands—and prices start at just $7.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2025
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Nathan Heller, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025
Our editors wore them everywhere—working, lounging, running errands, and even traveling—and the best picks felt soft against skin, struck the right balance of structure and stretch, and held up to frequent washing.
—Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 10 Oct. 2025
Whether chasing your toddler at the park or running errands around town, the baggy fit gives you plenty of room to sit, bend, and walk without feeling restricted.
—Laura Lu, Parents, 8 Oct. 2025
Some of my favorite finds include a KitchenAid stand mixer attachment that can replace your old box shredder for good, a handheld Shark vacuum for picking up small messes, and a Vera Bradley belt bag perfect for sports events or running errands—and prices start at just $7.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 7 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for errand
Noun
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The program will also focus on electronic systems within aircraft such as communication, navigation and other flight instruments.—
Sydney Sasser,
Arkansas Online,
16 Oct. 2025
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The Lakewood brewery will debut its own signature pickle beer alongside a Pickled Bloody Mary seltzer bar, pickle beer flights, and a pickle beer chugging contest.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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On trips within Europe—a weekend getaway to Berlin or Stockholm—I’ll pair the look with a lightweight shoulder bag, like the playful Naariian Puffer Crossbody.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
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About the Queen Elizabeth The Queen Elizabeth accommodates 2,081 guests and the initial trip was sold out, Menard said.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
18 Oct. 2025
Noun
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During her first week on the job, Weiss embarked on a listening tour of the network and met with top staff and producers, many of whom left the meetings with cautious optimism about the network’s future.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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But that didn’t stop Mumford & Sons fans from packing Fiserv Forum during the band’s Milwaukee tour stop, opposite the Chicago Cubs face-off across town at American Family Field.—
Piet Levy,
jsonline.com,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The new Paris-to-Amalfi Coast route is now open for reservations and costs £8,600 (approximately $11,479) per person, which includes all meals, transfers, and excursions.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Oct. 2025
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When a weekend excursion with a billionaire’s son turns violent, they are targeted by a group of kidnappers.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
14 Oct. 2025
Noun
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For those eager to travel further afield this Halloween season, a jaunt to the Transylvanian Alps should fit the bill.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
18 Oct. 2025
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That's fine for punting around town and the occasional weekend jaunt beyond city limits.—
Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The outing was typical for McCaffrey in 2025.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
14 Oct. 2025
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Make every effort to enjoy the arts, fun flirtations, social outings, sports events and fun activities with kids.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Errand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/errand. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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